Graves
Win Rate
51.3%
Matches
16,737
KDA
2.20
Player DMG
33,779

Graves vs The Doormanvs The Doorman

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches12,046
Version6395
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Graves holds a 51.3% win rate advantage over The Doorman based on 16,737 Deadlock matches. Graves averages 357 more net worth, translating to earlier item power spikes. Play around your economic advantage to maximize this matchup.

Graves Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Graves performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.

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The Doorman - 51.3% win rateThe Doorman(51.3%)
Graves - 51.3% win rate in this matchup
Graves
51.3% WR
VS
The Doorman vs Graves matchup - 48.9% win rate
The Doorman
48.9% WR

Who Wins the Graves vs The Doorman Matchup?

Graves wins the Graves vs The Doorman matchup
Winner
Graves
Matches: 16,737
51.3%
Win Rate
48.9%
5.8
Avg Kills
5.9
7.8
Avg Deaths
5.8
11.3
Avg Assists
13.6
43,309
Avg Net Worth
42,952
33,779
Player DMG
33,208
6,857
Objective DMG
3,744
97.9
Last Hits
104.9

Graves vs The Doorman Matchup Summary

The Graves vs The Doorman matchup in Deadlock is a relatively balanced matchup with a slight edge. Based on 16,737 recent matches analyzed, Graves wins with a 51.3% win rate compared to The Doorman's 48.9%, giving Graves a 2.4 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Graves consistently outperforms. Graves has a small statistical advantage, but The Doorman can absolutely win through smart play. The margin is thin enough that jungle rotations, team coordination, and mechanical outplays will often determine the outcome more than champion select.

Graves vs The Doorman Combat Analysis

The Doorman wins combat stats against Graves in Deadlock

The Doorman edges out Graves in a competitive combat comparison, winning 3 of 5 metrics with notable advantages in KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability. With only a 3-2 margin based on 16,737 matches analyzed, this Graves vs The Doorman matchup remains contestable for both sides. Graves shouldn't feel outmatched — the statistical gap is narrow enough that individual skill, positioning choices, and in-game decision making can easily swing specific encounters in Graves's favor.

KDA Ratio
2.20Graves
3.37The Doorman
The KDA disparity between The Doorman and Graves is substantial: 3.37 versus 2.20, a commanding 1.16 point difference that reveals The Doorman's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 16,737 games shows The Doorman consistently outfragging and outliving Graves in these encounters. For Graves players, the strategic implication is clear: avoid 1v1 gunfights against The Doorman whenever possible. Instead, leverage team utility, information gathering, and multi-person pushes to neutralize The Doorman's mechanical advantage.
Avg Kills
5.8Graves
5.9The Doorman
Kill production between Graves and The Doorman is virtually identical, with Graves averaging 5.8 kills per game and The Doorman securing 5.9. This parity suggests both heroes are equally capable of finding frags in this matchup, and outcomes depend more heavily on objective play, ability usage, and team coordination than raw elimination numbers. Players should focus on impactful kills — lane denials, objective fights, and trading — rather than simply padding their kill count.
Avg Deaths
7.8Graves
5.8The Doorman
The Doorman demonstrates markedly better survivability against Graves, recording fewer deaths per game. Dying less frequently gives The Doorman significantly more impact potential — more opportunities for multi-kills, more presence in objective fights, and more economic stability from staying alive. Graves players face a survival deficit that compounds throughout a match, making disciplined positioning and smart disengagements crucial.
Player DMG
33,779Graves
33,208The Doorman
Player damage output is remarkably close in the Graves vs The Doorman matchup. Graves deals 33,779 average damage while The Doorman deals 33,208. This parity indicates both heroes apply similar pressure in fights and contribute comparably to wearing down enemy health pools. When these heroes face off, neither can rely on superior damage output to swing encounters — instead, the deciding factors become ability timing, positioning, and coordination with teammates.
Objective DMG
6,857Graves
3,744The Doorman
Graves dramatically outperforms The Doorman in objective damage (6,857 vs 3,744). This 3,113 point difference makes Graves a premier objective threat. Graves should look to apply constant pressure on towers and objectives, while The Doorman must focus on creating picks and disrupting Graves's push attempts.

Graves vs The Doorman Economy Analysis

Net Worth
43,309Graves
42,952The Doorman
Last Hits
97.9Graves
104.9The Doorman

Graves and The Doorman have nearly identical economic performance in this matchup, generating comparable souls throughout the game. Item timing advantages will come from efficient farming and securing kills rather than inherent hero advantages. The Doorman secures more last hits (104.9 vs 97.9), while Graves leads in denies (5.3 vs 2.1). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Graves vs The Doorman

Graves build for The Doorman matchup

Graves Build vs The Doorman

This winning build for Graves against The Doorman focuses on maximizing your statistical advantages in this favorable matchup. With a 51.3% win rate against The Doorman, these 7 items help Graves press the advantage and close out games efficiently. Spirit Strike, Phantom Strike, Focus Lens, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 30,400 souls The build includes high-value items that scale well into the late game. Farm efficiently and look for opportunities to extend your lead before completing these power spikes.

The Doorman build for Graves matchup

The Doorman Build vs Graves

The Doorman's counter-build against Graves attempts to mitigate the matchup disadvantage through smart itemization. Facing an unfavorable matchup, The Doorman players typically prioritize items that help them survive and scale. Berserker, Scourge, Rapid Rounds, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 29,600 souls Knowing The Doorman's likely itemization helps you exploit windows where they're weaker and predict their item timing.

These item builds are optimized for the Graves vs The Doorman matchup based on win rate data from 16,737 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.

Graves has favorable matchups against 24 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 13 heroes in Deadlock. Graves's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 56.7% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 42.7% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Graves matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6395)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
52.04%25,2132.315.97.533,67643,284
45.18%18,5352.185.77.732,41442,328
52.30%17,5092.325.87.533,22843,146
51.31%16,7372.205.87.833,77943,309
47.98%16,4222.235.57.432,51642,432
50.64%15,8622.255.97.833,29542,898
44.47%15,5632.225.87.733,04242,898
48.28%15,4022.215.77.632,40542,843
54.37%14,7892.296.17.734,26943,562
51.06%14,3952.195.97.833,42043,621
51.56%14,3102.236.07.934,41643,217
50.24%13,6012.265.77.533,14343,272
53.16%13,5432.356.17.634,51643,359
53.01%13,3002.276.07.734,04143,637
53.18%13,2512.276.07.833,83443,509
47.39%13,0242.255.67.433,16042,485
42.74%12,5052.165.67.633,60842,195
48.60%12,4982.225.77.733,50442,963
47.50%12,0992.225.67.633,40942,668
48.51%11,5932.145.67.832,96042,712
53.92%11,2222.366.17.533,85142,991
48.05%10,6522.175.57.632,87043,172
51.30%10,4262.195.87.732,55042,937
52.44%10,1522.356.07.433,62843,452
50.99%10,0372.336.07.534,05042,879
51.59%9,7272.306.07.633,83743,183
48.04%9,2652.225.77.532,79543,333
47.98%9,1562.225.77.733,90343,218
50.82%8,7582.256.07.834,75144,330
48.86%8,4802.195.57.631,56042,760
56.66%7,7672.416.07.433,76943,944
55.70%7,7092.335.67.232,46343,242
50.02%6,7442.265.57.433,56242,675
55.96%6,3282.316.17.734,29943,912
50.23%6,2752.155.67.732,45243,344
52.35%5,8012.346.07.533,34142,841
53.45%5,4102.445.97.333,65643,412

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Graves Matchups - FAQ

What is Graves's best matchup in Deadlock?

Graves's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 56.7% win rate. Graves excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Graves's hardest matchup?

Graves's hardest matchup is against Victor, with only a 42.7% win rate. Against this opponent, Graves should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Graves have?

Graves has 24 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 13 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Graves in difficult matchups?

When playing Graves in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.

What stats should I focus on in Graves's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Graves's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.